How many syllables in “buffered”?
syllables in "buffered"
Word details
Syllables
2
buff · ered
Letters
8
b · u · f · f · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “buffered”
The word “buffered” contains 2 syllables, divided as buff · ered. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "buffered" have?
"buffered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "buffered" into syllables?
"buffered" is divided into syllables as: buff · ered.
What is the Scrabble score for "buffered"?
The Scrabble score for "buffered" is 17 points.
Using “buffered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "buffered" (buff · ered) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “buffered” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “buffered”
The letters in “buffered” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rebuffed.